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    Guide to the Origins of Christmas

    en-usDecember 23, 2022
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    From pagan festivals to mall Santa’s. Join Dave and Greg as they uncover the origin of the ways we celebrate Christmas, and the big man himself…Santa. Listen as they discuss the psychological value of the movie Elf, and A Christmas Carol. They will also countdown the top 5 Christmas movies and Specials as well as provide personal Christmas stories at an attempt for insight into the true spirit of the season.

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